Apple PowerBook G3 Internal Modem Setup Guide

This document introduces the use of Apple's PowerBook G3 internal modem.


Apple PowerBook G3 Internal Modem Setup Guide - cover page
Brand
Apple
Category
Laptops
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
23
File format
PDF
File size
599 KB
Published
05 June, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
C6DBEACA490ECD988E2CA22A7B2C39FC

About this manual

This guide explains how to physically connect an analog telephone line to the PowerBook G3 Internal Modem. It details verifying the presence of the Ethernet/modem card, using the correct single-line telephone cord, and connecting via a Y-adapter if an Ethernet network is also in use. Important warnings regarding digital lines and computer sleep modes are included.

What's inside

  • Connecting the telephone line
  • Using the adapter cable
  • What modems do
  • Determining the speed
  • Error control
  • Data compression
  • Software for your modem
  • Choosing the port setting
  • Modem tips and troubleshooting

Specifications

Maximum Modem-to-Modem Speed33,600 bps
Error Control TypesV42 or MNP class 2—4
Data Compression TypesV.42 bis or MNP class 5
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)0.7B
Telephone Jack TypeUSOC, RJ-11

Frequently asked questions

What initialization string should be used for the modem?

The modem initialization string is AT&F.

Can I connect a digital telephone line to this modem?

No, you must use an analog line because connecting a digital line could damage the modem.

What happens if I put the computer to sleep during a connection?

Putting the computer to sleep will disconnect the modem.

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